I would imagine that River City was not (at the time) looking to draw blood with his post, just putting out a general warning. I always think it is fair to give folks the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise, and in this case it seems the issue was more than just a rumor..................Good point tho Dawg! _________________BBQMAN
"I Turned A Hobby Into A Business".
Providing "IMHO" Since 2005.

is there an updated phone number for Olalla Smokers in Olalla, WA? Their phone number is no longer in service, and their web page/site doesn't list a phone number or address anywhere. I couldn't even find them in the yellow pages, maybe i missed it?

I'm in Georgia and have been shopping around for pits for a while. Seems like all of the pits (mobile) I'd ever pay for are in Texas. Anyone know of any good pit crafters in GA? Love Klose's pits...and Bates...but when you combine the costs of shipping with the average wait of 3 months its a questionable endeavor to place an order.

What is the story with Old Country pits out in Laredo, TX? Anyone ever bought from them.

Wanting a pull-behind with at least one-vertical chamber along with horizontal.

Checked out the Lang smoker...Wow. Nasty little thing. When it says "warmer box"...That is not exclusive is it? I mean the vertical chamber/"warmer box" can be used to smoke ribs, butts, chickens, etc. can't it? Thanks for your help.

I just got my smoker and have noticed they weren't listed ( that I've seen) and worth looking into if you're in the central U.S. , it's smokeyjoesmokers.com....nice designs and my caterer model is very efficient I'm glad to report...his knowledge and experience shows in the finished product- I blindly ordered it and now very glad I made the call ! he uses the top baffle design which really keeps the temp equal from end to end....check out the site if you're around N.E. Oklahoma, give or take 200 miles

Below is a list that I have been compiling for a while now. The intention of this list is to provide basic contact information of custom pit builders, to anyone thinking of buying a heavy duty/handmade BBQ Pit, with a few exceptions. Feel free to suggest others not listed here. Thanks to all the guys that have sent new names to me. As of 6-8-2006 all of the links below are working.

Tips on using this list.

- For most of us buying a handmade BBQ pit is a big investment so take your time, do your homework and look at all of the products the different builders have to offer and what the various pits cost.

- Post questions on the forum about options (needed and wanted) to get some feedback from more experienced folks.

- Make a decision on a price limit.

- Consider which design makes the most sense for the way YOU will use the pit.

- Start with the builders closest to your home state to help save on shipping costs. Then study the products and prices, call and ask questions to determine which builder can give you what you want.

- Make a detailed specification list and send it to several builders for quotes. Get exact quotes in writing before any work starts.

- Don't let a builder talk you into or out of anything. Your spending the money not them.

Austin National Smoker Company
Noblesville, IN
http://www.austinnationalsmokers.com
Pits made from New steel pipe and plate
Backyard/Competition/Catering
Specializing in rotisserie barbecue pit smokers

Pits by Jambo
Jamie Geer Phone 817-572-7631 home, cell 817-822-1689
Hand made one at a time with incredible attention to detail. These are the pits used with great success by Johnny Trig of the Smoking Triggers, Uncle Earnie and Jamie and his Buckwheat Express team.

Tejas Smokers
Houston, Texas
http://www.tejassmokers.com
Well engineered production backyard smokers and grills
New 1/4" steel plate construction
Great selection of outdoor cooking gear and accessories for your smoker
Great customer service